Senior, Full Stack Web Developer

Independence Pet Group

19h

About The Position

Established in 2021, Independence Pet Holdings is a corporate holding company that manages a diverse and broad portfolio of modern pet health brands and services, including insurance, pet education, lost recovery services, and more throughout North America. We believe pet insurance is more than a financial product and build solutions to simplify the pet parenting journey and help improve the well-being of pets. As a leading authority in the pet category, we operate with a full stack of resources, capital, and services to support pet parents. Our multi-brand and omni-channel approach include our own insurance carrier, insurance brands and partner brands. PetPlace, a subsidiary of IPH, is building a digital-first pet e-commerce platform that connects key market services such as adoption, lost pet, and insurance, making pet care more accessible and streamlined. Job Summary: PetPlace is seeking a Senior, Full Stack Web Developer to join our innovative team. Reporting to the Manager of Product Engineering Software, this role will be instrumental in building new digital products and enhancing our existing e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate is skilled in both front-end and back-end development, with a strong focus on React and Agile/Scaled Agile methodologies. As part of the Product Engineering team, you will work closely with Product Management and UX to deliver scalable, user-friendly solutions. Your work will directly impact how pet parents interact with our services, helping us build a seamless, connected ecosystem.

Requirements

Proficiency in React, Node.js, and back-end frameworks (e.g., Express).
Strong experience with RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services.
Familiarity with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or MySQL.
Experience with Agile and Scaled Agile methodologies.
Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
6+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer.
Demonstrated ability to build, maintain, and scale full-stack applications.
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in e-commerce or pet-related platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

Product Development: Design and develop full-stack applications with a focus on React for front-end development.
API Integration: Develop robust, scalable, and secure APIs to integrate various product components.
Agile Practices: Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Product Engineering, Product Managers, UX designers, and other developers to build intuitive, high-quality products.
Code Quality & Testing: Implement automated tests and participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for internal and external use.
Performance Optimization: Monitor application performance and optimize code to enhance speed and efficiency.
Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies and apply best practices to improve development processes.